Newsy's Latest Health News

Newsy's Latest Health News

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US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy supports local mask mandates due to rising COVID-19 cases, especially in areas with low vaccination rates. Los Angeles County has reinstated mask mandates for all residents. The Delta variant is spreading, prompting more prevention measures. Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is under priority review by the FDA for full approval, which may take months. Currently, all US COVID vaccines are authorized for emergency use. Pfizer plans to seek full approval for its vaccine for children aged 12-15 once data is available. The transcript concludes with thanks to Kaiser Health News.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Why does the US Surgeon General support the reintroduction of local mask mandates?

To reduce healthcare costs

To align with international guidelines

Due to a rise in coronavirus cases

To increase vaccination rates

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What is the main reason for Los Angeles County reinstating mask mandates?

To encourage tourism

To protect residents regardless of vaccination status

To prepare for future pandemics

To comply with federal law

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is expected as the Delta variant spreads?

A reduction in vaccine distribution

A decrease in mask mandates

More local prevention measures

An increase in international travel

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the current status of COVID-19 vaccines in the US?

Fully approved by the FDA

Under emergency use authorization

Not yet available to the public

Only available for children

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30 sec • 1 pt

What age group is Pfizer seeking full approval for its COVID-19 vaccine?

Adults over 18

Children aged 12 to 15

Infants under 2

Children aged 5 to 11